DJ Clark Kent, influential hip hop producer, reportedly dies after battle with colon cancer

NEW YORK – Hip hop producer DJ Clark Kent has died after a battle with colon cancer, according to a post on his official social media account. He was 58.  “It is with deep sadness we share the passing of the beloved Rodolfo A. Franklin, known to the world as DJ Clark Kent. Clark passed away Thursday evening surrounded by his devoted wife Kesha, daughter Kabriah, and son Antonio,” they wrote. “Clark quietly and valiantly fought a three year battle with colon cancer, while continuing to share his gifts with the world. The family is grateful for everyone’s love, support and prayers during this time and ask for privacy as they process this immense loss.”  Tributes poured in.  “I have know you since I was 13. Taking the train all the way to Brooklyn just to come practice and DJ with you… I knew you was the right person to be around if I wanted to sharpen my skills,” Pete Rock wrote.  “The first man that believed in my voice,” MC Lyte wrote. “My brother is gone, it has been an honor to know him, our talks I will cherish forever, he was one of a kind, and the world...